Maverick Horizon, the Irish aviation investment and asset management firm, has announced the successful acquisition of an Airbus A321, bearing serial number 1946, from leading lessor AerCap, also based in Ireland. The transaction reflects Maverick Horizon’s ongoing efforts to expand and optimize its managed portfolio of mid-life narrowbody aircraft.
SalamAir, the low-cost carrier based in Oman, is set to continue its strategic fleet expansion with the upcoming delivery of its 15th aircraft in June 2025—an Airbus A321 acquired on lease from SMBC Aviation Capital (Ireland). A second A321 is also scheduled to arrive in July, further strengthening the airline’s mid-capacity aircraft portfolio.
SmartLynx Airlines, a Latvia-based ACMI and charter operator, has announced plans to transition to a single-type fleetby mid-2025. The airline will operate exclusively Airbus A320 and A321 aircraft while scaling down its A321F freighter operations.
AlMasria Universal Airlines (Egypt) has received one A321, serial 1004, powered by V2533-A5 engines, reinforcing its fleet for scheduled and charter operations. FULL ARTICLE AlMasria Universal Airlines (Egypt) has taken delivery of one Airbus A321, serial 1004, powered by V2533-A5 engines. This latest addition enhances the airline’s capacity and operational efficiency, supporting its network expansion across domestic and international routes.
Spirit Airlines has expanded its fleet with the delivery of a new Airbus A321neo, bearing serial number 12330. The aircraft is powered by PW1133G-JM engines, enhancing fuel efficiency and operational performance.
Air New Zealand has expanded its fleet by leasing three Boeing 777s to address capacity challenges caused by engine constraints. These aircraft will help maintain operational efficiency and meet passenger demand.
Maverick Horizon, an Ireland-based aviation company, executed key aircraft transactions in 2024 as part of its fleet optimization strategy.
GlobalX has taken delivery of an additional Airbus A321, bearing serial number 1153, increasing its total fleet to 19 aircraft. The new addition supports the airline’s expansion in charter operations, reinforcing its presence across the United States, Caribbean, Europe, and Latin America.
Fly Vaayu, the United Arab Emirates’ dedicated narrow-body freighter airline, is set to expand its fleet by adding up to two more Airbus A320P2F aircraft in 2025. The first of these, an A321P2F, bearing serial number 2164, will join the airline in the coming months.
